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      How The Women’s Proteas Are Prepping For The T20 World Cup

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      Finally! The Women’s T20 World Cup is almost upon us. After a much-anticipated wait, the women’s Proteas will be competing on home turf against the best in the world. The opening match will take place on February 10th 2023 (SA takes on Sri Lanka for the first game) and tickets will be going for as low as R60.
      “Since I made my debut to now, I think the game has become a lot more competitive within the women’s space,” says Protea right-hander Faye Tunnicliffe. “It’s a great place to be to wear the green and gold, especially now we’re gonna have women wearing it in front of the home crowds.”
      READ MORE: It’s Time To Stop Watching The Kids Play Cricket And Get In The Game
      Women’s Proteas: prepping for the game
      The team have a rigorous training programme leading up to the event, with tons of running (sprints and distance runs) involved. There’s running four times a week, with strength training four times a week. There’s stability work involved, too, especially for batters and bowlers, says Faye. “You have to have that core strength and stability in order to perform at your best and avoid injury,” she says. “Also, I think fielding is becoming a lot more demanding within the women’s game. That is becoming a skill within itself. So that you have to be conditioned in order to like take a knock and to dive around and stuff and to recover quickly.”
      For Suné Luus, fitness is a continual journey. “I’ve been on a health journey for a very long time, just trying to be the healthiest I can be,” she says. “So I’m trying to eat very well. I’m trying to condition my body to, you know, sustain me for four weeks of training.” When she’s not on the field, Suné likes to let loose on the bicycle. “I just like take my cycle and I just go wherever… and I live in a beautiful place,” she says.
      READ MORE: Sport Really Can Empower Women — Just Look At Banyana Banyana’s Thembi Kgatlana
      Taking care of their mental health
      The players are also congiscent of how good mental health is and how it impacts every aspect of the game. For Suné, reading and hanging out with her friends is a clutch way to unwind.
      “A lot of the time within professional sport, you need something that takes you away from the game,” says Faye. “Otherwise, if you’re constantly on high alert like you are within a game or within a competition, then you’re just gonna get burnt out.” For Faye, it’s all about taking care of herself – to make herself better for the game. “If you look after the human, you can look after the cricketer,” says Faye. Her method of unwinding? Music. ” I love music. I play guitar. So a lot of the time I’ll sort of just pick up my guitar and play or I’ll read or I’ll call up a loved one.”
      Players will be competing at Newlands, Paarl and Gqeberha. Support your Proteas and grab your tickets here.
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      19 Slider Exercises That Will Make Your Abs And Glutes WORK

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      Slider exercises are a killer. The discs, also known as gliders, can be replaced with any household object, like a towel or paper plate. What’s key is that you use a smooth surface.
      Sliders are what’s called an “instability surface,” which “forces you to engage your muscles the entire time” to do the move correctly, says Janeil Mason, head trainer at Brrrn in New York, who also has a Masters in exercise physiology. Whether you’re doing the concentric or eccentric part of an exercise (flexing vs releasing), you’re always working. And slider exercises especially work your core and glute muscles during every move, but you can expect to tone your arms and legs, depending on which limb is making contact with the discs. “It’s challenging for everyone—even an elite athlete,” says Mason.
      Another benefit: They’re super-convenient. You can carry them around with you, and use them anywhere—all you need is a floor. “Sliders are also a great way to up the intensity of a bodyweight workout, without adding weights,” says Mason. And, last but not least, they’re cost-effective (you can score a set for less than R100 from MRP Sport.)
      Try out some of Mason’s favourite slider exercises below.
      Time: 10 minutes
      Equipment: Sliders
      Good for: Total body
      Instructions: Choose five moves below. For each move, complete 50 seconds, followed by 10 seconds of rest. Repeat the entire five-move circuit twice.
      Slider Exercises #1: Alternating Leg Curl

      How to: Lie on your back with your knees bent, feet on the floor 12 to 16 inches from your butt. Brace your core, then press into your heels and squeeze your glutes to raise your hips toward the ceiling, with your feet placed on sliders. From this position, slide your right leg out until it’s nearly straight, then return to start. Repeat with your left leg. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
      READ MORE: 11 Lat Exercises That Will Totally Sculpt Your Back
      2 Bear Shoulder Tap With Tuck

      How to: Start in tabletop position, with sliders under your feet. Your wrists should be under your shoulders and your neck aligned with your spine, then raise your hips slightly to lift your knees off the floor, with your toes tucked. Keeping your core tight and hips level, lift your left hand up to touch your right shoulder. Return to start. Then repeat on the right side. While bracing your core, extend your legs behind you, until your body forms a straight line from head to feet. Return to start. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
      3 Burpee

      How to: Stand with feet hip-width apart, with sliders under your feet. Drop your body down into a low squat position, with your hands touching the ground. Then slide your feet back, landing in the pushup position. Lower into a pushup, then press back up. Now, repeat the motion backwards: Jump your feet forward to the outside of your hands so you’re in a low squat position, then stand back up. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
      4 Cross-Body Mountain Climber

      How to: Get into a pushup position with your arms straight and your body in a straight line from your head to your ankles. Bring your right knee toward the left side of your chest. Return to the starting position and repeat with your left leg. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
      READ MORE: Here’s Exactly How To Start Working Out Again, After A Winter Hibernating
      5 Curtsy Lunge

      How to: Stand with your feet hip-width apart, with sliders under your feet. Slide back with your right leg, crossing it behind your left. Bend your knees and lower your hips until your left thigh is nearly parallel to the floor. Keep your torso upright and your hips and shoulders as square as possible. Keeping your feet in the same position, raise to stand. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
      6 Knee Tuck To Pike

      How to: Get into a plank position, with your shoulders stacked over your wrists, and sliders underneath your feet. Squeezing your core, bend your knees as you slide your feet forward until your thighs hit your chest. Return to start. Then, keeping your knees straight, bring your feet toward your arms, ending in a pike position. Return to start. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
      READ MORE: The 10-Minute Abs Workout That Will Totally Transform Your Abs
      7 Knee Tuck To Pushup

      How to: Get into a plank position, with your shoulders stacked over your wrists, and sliders underneath your feet. Squeezing your core, bend your knees as you slide your feet forward until your thighs hit your chest. Return to start. Complete a pushup, then return to start. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
      8 Lateral Lunge

      How to: Stand with your feet hip-width apart, hands on your hips, with sliders under your feet. Slide to the side with your right leg, then push your hips back, bend your right knee, and lower your body until your right knee is bent nearly 90 degrees. Return to start. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
      9 Lateral Lunge With Pulse

      How to: Stand with your feet hip-width apart, with sliders under your feet. Slide to the side with your right leg, then push your hips back, bend your right knee, and lower your body until your right knee is bent nearly 90 degrees. Lift up an inch, then lower back down. Return to start. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
      READ MORE: ‘Hold’ These Moves For An Isometric Workout That’ll Torch Kilojoules
      10 Lying Leg Curl

      How to: Lie flat on your back, with your arms at your sides, and heels on top of sliders. Engage your hamstrings, bend your knees, and bring your feet toward your butt. Slowly return to start. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
      11 Plank Jack

      How to: Start in a plank position, with your shoulders stacked above wrists, and sliders under your toes. Slide your feet out to the sides, making sure your upper body doesn’t move. Return to start. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
      READ MORE: The 11 Best Lower Abs Exercises To Add To Your Routine ASAP
      12 Plank Up-Down

      How to: Get in a plank position, with your shoulders stacked over wrists, and feet placed on sliders. Lower one elbow down to the ground, followed by the other. Then, press your right arm into the ground, followed by your left, to lift your body back to a high plank position. Be sure to keep your torso as still as possible the whole time. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
      13 Pushup With Plank Jack

      How to: Start in a plank position, with your shoulders stacked above wrists, and sliders under your toes. Slide your feet out to the sides, and lower your body down into a pushup at the same time. Push back to start. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
      14 Bear Crawl Tuck

      How to: Start in tabletop position, with sliders under your feet. Your wrists should be under your shoulders and your neck aligned with your spine, then raise your hips slightly to lift your knees off the floor, with your toes tucked. Keeping your core tight and hips level, reach your right hand out, followed by your left until you’re in a full plank position. Then, bend your legs and slide your feet forward, until your knees nearly touch your chest. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
      15 Sliding Pushup

      How to: Place your hands about shoulder-width apart on the floor, with sliders underneath. Then extend your legs behind you, so your body should form a straight line from head to heels. Keeping your core tight, slide your hands to the side, and immediately lower your body toward the floor. Press back to start. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds.
      16 Lateral Lunge

      How to: Stand with your feet hip-width apart, with sliders under your feet. Slide to the side with your right leg, as you push your hips back, bend your right knee, and lower your body until your right knee is bent nearly 90 degrees. Keeping your knee bent, slide your right leg back to meet your left. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
      17 Reverse Lunge

      How to: Stand with your feet hip-width apart, with sliders under your feet. Slide back with your right leg and lower until your left knee is bent 90 degrees. Keeping your left knee bent, bring your right leg to meet it. Slide back, until your knees are 90-degree angles. Push through your left foot to stand. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
      18 Twisted Lunge With Tuck

      How to: Get into a lunge position, with sliders under your feet. Then, press your right hand into the ground next to your leg, and twist your body open to the left, with your left hand in the air. Maintaining this position, bring your right leg in to meet the left, then return to start. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
      19 Reverse Lunge With Twist

      How to: Stand with your feet hip-width apart, with sliders under your feet, and hands behind your head. Slide back with your right leg and lower until your left knee is bent 90 degrees. Keeping your hands behind your head, twist your body to the left. Return to centre, then push through your left foot to return to start. That’s one rep. Complete for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
      This article was originally published on www.womenshealthmag.com  More

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      Here’s Exactly How To Start Working Out Again, After A Winter Hibernating

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      How to start working out again: a thing I very nearly actually googled after a looong winter spent eating my frustration at colder weather and cuddled up with my loveable pup.
      And if squeezing your butt into suspiciously tight jeans has you staring guiltily at your gym tights, know that you’re not alone.
      Head of Marketing at Ignite Fitness, Kerry-Anne Mathieson, says that they see a big influx of current and new members visiting their gyms around Spring. “There is a general downward trend of gym access during the colder months, with people opting to stay indoors rather than sweat it out at the gym – it’s human nature,” she says. “With the warmer weather and longer days around the corner, people are more likely to hit the gym again!” she says.
      Phew. But where to start?
      How To Start Working Out Again
      Eduan James, a Fitness Specialist for Ignite Fitness, says we should take things slow. Nothing is more demotivating than having these lavish ideas of the perfect body and daily Green Goddess smoothies and then falling off the wagon. Rather start with a few benchmarks: how many squats can you do before you’re winded? How many skips on your skipping rope? Use it as a benchmark to improve – an exciting new challenge!
      When you’re measuring yourself and your progress, try getting an assessment at the gym, says James. They’re free, and can help you get on the right track and accurately pinpoint areas to work on. Maybe you’d like to get more flexible, or stronger? Maybe you’d like to be faster. Getting an assessment can help with narrowing that down. “You can also take some progress photos of yourself, sometimes progress is best seen comparing 2 photos,” says James.
      READ MORE: These Heart-Pumping Cardio Circuit Workouts Are Perfect For When You’re Short On Time
      Also, James reckons we should try more things: boxing, spinning, or even a rebounding class. “We recommend trying it all and deciding which type of training makes you and your body happy (and wanting more). Mental, as well as physical strength, is key, and both can be achieved in the gym!” he says.
      When it comes to a regular workout, Melissa van den Berg, Arena coach at Somerset West’s Ignite Fitness gym and performance sports graduate, has put together an easily achievable workout to do for even the newest of newbies. It’s simple: start small and work your way up, adding more reps or heavier weights as you begin to feel stronger and more confident.
      The Body Refresh Workout
      You’ll need: 
      One mat
      A set of dummbells
      A can-do attitude

      READ MORE: ‘Hold’ These Moves For An Isometric Workout That’ll Torch Kilojoules

      The Workout
      Do 4 sets of 10-15 reps. Rest as you need to throughout and inbetween sets.

      Kettelbell Goblet squats
      Romanian Deadlifts into bent over row
      Backwards lunge & bicep curl
      Sumo deadlift high pull
      Push up

      The Core Workout
      Do 3 sets of 20 reps for each:

      Crunches
      Russian twist
      Mountain climbers More

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      Run In Comfort Over Any Distance With The New Under Armour HOVR Infinite 4

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      Spring is a great season to start upping your running game and we’ve been testing for the perfect pair to make you excited to get out and run, while covering all your running needs at the same time. 
      The great thing about the UA HOVR Infinite 4 is the versatility of the shoe like this covers all the bases. Whether you’re going for a short run or taking on those long-distances, the new HOVR Infinite 4 is the queen of comfort. Much like its predecessor, Under Armour’s game changing HOVR Infinite range is a go to running shoe for all types of runners across the globe.
      What’s New? 
      Unboxing the new addition to the UA HOVR family you will immediately notice the exciting new look from this extensive makeover, and the new changes do not disappoint. The most important part of any road shoe is the midsole and its ability to keep you in comfort for the duration of your run so that the energy you put in is channeled into your pace, rather than worrying about any troubles with your feet. UA have kept the reliable, smooth, secure feel of the infinite by changing the cushioning midsole system, rethinking the outsole and simplifying the upper, resulting in a lighter, softer and more durable every day running shoe.
      High Impact
      The change of the midsole has been a significant technical mashup to deliver more efficient cushioning. By unwrapping and flipping the UA HOVR cushioning you now get a smoother sensation as the foot moves through the natural gait cycle, which for most runners starts with a heel strike. From here, most of the impact is absorbed in the midsole with a smooth transition to the toe off. A new upper has simplified the amount of fabric used to result in just one-piece of airy mesh, which means a lighter ride, and together with the 3D moulded insole, cradles your foot to help keep it securely in place. 
      Miles of Comfort 
      Coming back to the gait, we approve of the outsole makeover, which reveals anatomically placed deep flex grooves to provide flexibility in key areas to work with the natural forces in your stride and smoothly take you through each cycle to build up a smooth rhythm of running. This means you save energy. Unless you burn it on going even faster – recommended!
      New carbon rubber lugs under the heel offer improved traction and durability in high-impact strike zones to help propel you forward with greater confidence – another reason to up the tempo!

      At A Glance 

      Engineered mesh upper is extremely lightweight & breathable, with strategic support where you need it
      3D-molded sock liner cradles your foot for enhanced step-in comfort
      Responsive UA HOVR cushioning reduces impact, returns energy & helps propel you forward
      Anatomically placed, deep flex grooves offer flexibility in key areas
      Carbon rubber pods under the heel deliver greater traction and durability for those high-impact strike zones

      Stay Connected
      What we love about the whole Under Armour running range is the standard inclusion of Bluetooth in every pair of shoes. The insert in the heel records the data of your running gait, step count, ground contact time, strike angle and a whole lot more insight to analyse post run on the, free to download, MapMyRun app for your phone. It’s a simple matter of pairing your app with your shoe and then you don’t even need to run with your phone as the shoe itself is recording all the metrics. If you do run with your phone you can get the added benefits of having a real-time virtual coach advising you while you’re running. Bring on a spring full of running. 
      The new HOVR Infinite 4 is available in multiple colourways at Under Armour Brand House stores nationwide as well as online for R2899: www.underarmour.co.za
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      Fire Up Your Workout Sessions With The HUAWEI FIT WATCH 2

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      Picking the right smartwatch to track your fitness can be daunting, we know. You need to consider its compatibility, what type of sport the watch supports, whether the battery will last throughout your workout sessions and if you will have access to messages and important calls. Most importantly, you need a watch that will support and enhance your performance.
      Look no further because The HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2 is exactly what you need. With a sleek and fashionable design, Bluetooth calling and instant message reply, durable battery life, comprehensive health management and fitness tracking, in addition to a myriad of convenient life assistant features, it is the ideal companion. 

      Here are all the reasons we’re loving this smartwatch:
      1/ You Can Stay Mobile And Connected While Improving Your Fitness 
      The HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2 now comes with a built-in speaker. Um, yes please! Whether it is doing chores at home, walking, running, cycling, or hiking, phone call information can be pushed to the watch instantly. You can answer and hang up calls through the smartwatch by tapping the button without taking out your smartphone, providing an effective and convenient experience.
      If you aren’t available to answer your phone, you can quickly reply with a short message. The reply can be customised in the HUAWEI Health App, allowing you to always stay online and not miss out on anything important. You can also reply quickly to messages via instant messaging apps from the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2 itself.
      Plus, with exclusive fitness animations, voice-guided warm up stretches for common workouts, including running, cycling, and swimming, you can get the most out of every training session. 
      READ MORE: Why The HUAWEI Watch GT 3 Pro Is The Best Smartwatch Of 2022
      2/ It Has A Battery Life That Goes Beyond Your Training Sessions
      The HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2 features a large battery in its compact design. To ensure a comfortable and uninterrupted experience, this smartwatch supports fast charging technology.
      With a 5-minute charge, the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2 can be used for up to 24 hours. Under typical usage scenario, the smartwatch can be used for 10 days and 7 days in heavy usage scenarios. 

      3/ You’ll Get A Health Manager For Smarter Living 
      The HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2 provides all-round health management such as SpO2 monitoring, heart rate, sleep, stress and breath monitoring to help you keep track of your physical changes. At the same time, with the HUAWEI Health App on the smartphone, it can synchronise health-monitoring data in real time.
      Working out, mental health and sleep are at the core of a healthy lifestyle. The HUAWEI Health App is fully upgraded with the healthy living management, which helps to develop self-discipline workout routine and active health management.
      Through personalised settings, you can receive regular reminders such as health challenges, daily water intake, medication reminders, daily mindfulness, early sleep reminders and exercise volume. It will also send reminders to ensure you practice good and healthy living habits during busy times. We *looooove* this!
      READ MORE: 3 New Functional And Fashionable HUAWEI Wearables You Need RN
      4/ It Is Your Personalised Sports Companion
      Lastly, it is based on HUAWEI’s running ability index (RAI), which can assess user’s ability based on height, weight, age and other physical conditions, alongside historical running data to create a customised personal running plan for every user.
      The HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2 also supports offline music playback meaning you can manage your desired music playback through mobile apps, match different playlists to different sports and enjoy your music anytime, anywhere. 
      If you are looking to enhance your performance while training for your next race or simply want to beat your previous sport’s records, then the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2 is a great companion. You can connect to all calls and messages whilst on the go, go beyond your scheduled time with the long-lasting battery and track your health with the SpO2 monitoring, heart rate, sleep, stress, and breath monitoring function. What more could you want?
      For only R3 299 you can get the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2 from the HUAWEI Online Store and at selected retailers. 

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      A Battery That Has Your Back, Literally

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      FAQ: How long will my Garmin smartwatch battery last?
      Answer: Longer than most other smartwatch brands — that’s for sure! If you find yourself charging your smartwatch overnight, regularly, then know that your smartwatch is falling short. A smartwatch battery life that only lasts a day — or even just a couple — means that you’re missing out on  accurately tracking your body’s physiological metrics. 
      We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but eeerrr…a smartwatch that spends more time in the charger than on your wrist gives a less accurate picture of your overall health and fitness status — not to mention that you’re missing out on the smart notifications you’ve come to rely on.  
      READ MORE: The Garmin Forerunner 255 Series Is A Perfect Match For Racing Addicts
      The Venu SQ gives you 5 days of battery life before having to recharge.
      Luckily, you have a reliable friend in Garmin smartwatch batteries. They last a long time, and we mean a long time! At minimum, you should be getting up to 5 days of battery life before having to recharge (Venu SQ) — and up to 50 days maximum. (Yep, you read right – the Garmin Enduro™ for instance, boasts up to 50 days in smartwatch mode — or 65 if you’re using solar charging.) It all depends on the features that matter most to you and the smartwatch that’s a great fit for your lifestyle!
      The Garmin Enduro™ boasts up to 50 days of battery life in smartwatch mode
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      3 New Functional And Fashionable HUAWEI Wearables You Need RN

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      PSA! Three new HUAWEI functional wearables are now available in South African stores and HUAWEI’s online store, ready for you to up your fitness and fashion game.
      The HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2, the HUAWEI Band 7 and HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 Pro are a milestone in the evolution of fitness and health wearables devices. 
      The two smartwatches and fitness band maintain the quality of high-end luxury watches in terms of design and materials, come with an incredibly long battery life and a host of advanced features to help users discover new ways to live a healthy and active lifestyle. 
      These Are The 3 Wearables Guaranteed To Be Your Fitness BFF:
      The HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2: The new fashionable smartwatch to impress you  

      HUAWEI’s WATCH FIT 2 comes with a 1.74-inch AMOLED HD HUAWEI fullview display that is 18.6% larger than that of the previous iteration. The smartwatch screen-to-body ratio also stands tall at 72.2% meaning you get an amazing viewing experience.
      When it comes to its fashionable look, the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2 comes with a variety of straps. Yes, please! There is a soft and comfortable rubber strap and an exquisite and elegant leather strap. All these straps come in a variety of colours and styles. That’s not all — the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2 features a press-to-release “link” design, which allows you to quickly change your straps without the use of any tools.  
      Staying connected is inherent in your HUAWEI smartwatch. Thanks to the bluetooth call feature, speaker and microphone, you can stay in touch with colleagues and your loved ones. No matter where you are, your phone calls can be pushed to your watch instantly. You can answer and end calls through the smartwatch without taking out your smartphone. If users are not available to answer the phone, they can quickly reply in the form of a short message with one tap. The reply can be customised in the HUAWEI Health App, allowing users to always stay online and not miss anything important. Users can also reply quickly to messages via instant messaging apps from the watch itself. The HUAWEI WATCH Fit 2 is packed with battery power that can last up to 10 days, 
      The HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2 also provides all-rounded health management such as SpO2 monitoring, heart rate, sleep, stress, and breathing monitoring to help you keep track of your physical changes. At the same time, with the HUAWEI Health App on the smartphone, it can synchronise health-monitoring data in real time, allowing you to keep an eye on your physical and mental health. What more could we ask for?!
      READ MORE: The 7-Minute Fat-Blasting Workout That’ll Tone All Over
      The HUAWEI Band 7: The Ultra-thin fullview smart band to power your endurance levels 

      The ultra-thin smart band with a long battery life comes with impressive health management and workout monitoring features. This stylish wearable is for both the young millennials and always on-the-move fitness enthusiasts (okay, that’s us!) The HUAWEI Band 7 is only 9.99mm thick and weighs just 16 grams which makes the smart band a whole lot more comfortable to wear while doing your favourite activities. 
      It provides a slew of health management features, like monitoring of SpO2, it also boasts HUAWEI TruSeen™ 4.0 a heart rate monitoring technology. Thanks to the HUAWEI TruSleepTM 2.0 technology, the band can assess sleep quality without disturbing the user’s sleep, and accurately identifies six types of typical sleep problems. Lastly, the HUAWEI TruRelaxTM technology will help you keep an eye on your stress levels, and the band will remind you to do breathing exercises to release stress when needed.
      In order to meet your fitness goals, the HUAWEI Band 7 comes with an expansive range of fitness features to kick-start an active lifestyle. The smart band uses TruSport™ algorithms to measure the training index of runners, and the running ability index (RAI) can tell you a great deal about your endurance level and the efficiency of your running technique. 
      READ MORE: So Many Of Us Get Knee Pain Running – Here Are 5 Possible Causes + What to Do About Them
      The HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 Pro: Where Tech meets elegance on your wrist

      This watch is an elegant and everlasting masterpiece. It emulates the look and feel of classic luxury watches with its signature Moon Phase Collection, therefore, stuns with its premium ID design. It comes in two variants: Titanium Edition and Ceramic Edition, which are both finessed with state-of-the-art craftsmanship.
      In terms of health, the HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 Pro series supports ECG (Electrocardiogram) data collection, which can accurately provide single-lead ECG measurements, real-time analysis, sinus rhythm and atrial fibrillation detection, and premature atrial and ventricular beat reminders for users and supports arterial stiffness detection, allowing you to actively prevent the risk of vascular diseases. The HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 Pro series can also provide continuous, real-time, and accurate SpO2, sleep and stress monitoring features for comprehensive health management. The latest HUAWEI TruSeenTM 5.0+ increases the data processing capacity by four times, reducing the signal loss rate, and improving the accuracy of heart rate and SpO2 monitoring. 
      Our Verdict:
      After looking at all three, it is evident that these three wearables come with exceptional features. With a lasting battery life and advanced fitness and health management features, it’s clear that they are in a league of their own.
      Where To Get One:
      All three fitness trackers are now available in South Africa. You can get the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 2 from R3 299, the HUAWEI Band 7 from R1 699 and the HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 Pro from only R10 999 from HUAWEI’s Online Store or at selected retailers. 
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      How You Can Join The Nedbank Running Club That’s Improving Mental Health In SA

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      So you want to join a running club? Maybe you want to get active? Find your running tribe? Or do something that improves your mental health? We’d like to introduce you to Nedbank Runified.
      Nedbank and the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) are running for better mental well-being in South Africa. Here’s everything you need to know:
      What’s Happening?
      Every day during August and September, Nedbank Runified, Africa’s biggest virtual mass participation race, will challenge South Africans around the country to run in support groups to encourage better mental well-being.
      Nedbank Runified group runs, led by athletes, mental health advocates and running enthusiasts like Zinhle Masango, Amy Hopkins, Nicola Schreuder, Nombulelo Mgabadeli and Tumi Sole, will take place in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban with at least one run every day between August and September 2022. Anyone can participate, and these group runs will be followed by a national mass participation Strava challenge during Mental Health Month in October.
      What Is Nedbank Runified?
      Originally launched as a proactive response to fight the societal effects of Covid-19, Nedbank Runified was a movement to instil a sense of ‘togetherness’ when South Africans were forced to be apart, with running as the catalyst. With over nine million kilometres run by more than 225 000 participants, the Nedbank Runified virtual series became a source of mental relief for many South Africans during the national lockdowns.
      ‘As the nation moves on post the national lockdowns, there is a natural evolution and a new meaning to Nedbank Runified, one which serves to bring South Africans together to address mental health, a serious healthcare issue that is impacting society’, says Nthabiseng Matshekga, Executive Head for Group Marketing at Nedbank.
      ‘The mental health crisis existed long before the Covid-19 pandemic but intensified during lockdown. Currently, mental health in South Africa is one of the worst in the world, with one in three South Africans battling with their mental health,’ says Cassey Chambers, Operations Director at SADAG. ‘It is scientifically proven that exercise, particularly running, improves mental health and reduces depression, stress and anxiety. As we approach Mental Health Month in October, we are immensely excited to partner with Nedbank through Nedbank Runified to raise awareness and drive education on this issue’.
      Why Run For Mental Health?
      Now in its third instalment, Nedbank Runified will combine virtual and physical running challenges to rally around a very real issue in our country – mental health. This running challenge, in partnership with the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG), aims to demonstrate that running (particularly in groups) can reduce stress, depression and anxiety.
      ‘Nedbank has been involved in running for decades, and we are proud to use the Nedbank Running Club as a vehicle, coupled with relevant partnerships, to create a lasting impact in the communities we serve. SADAG’s expertise is vested in helping people throughout South Africa with their mental health and is an invaluable part of our community. We are proud to partner with them to help drive the movement for better mental health’, says Matshekga.
      How Can You Join?
      To find out how you can join Nedbank Runified in your city, join the Nedbank Running Club on Strava or search #NedbankRunified or #MoreThanAClub on social media.
      The Nedbank Running Club is more than a club and welcomes runners of all fitness levels to unify through running. It is time to Runify around mental health, and take the first step towards a happier, healthier South Africa.
      How Is WH Getting Involved?
      Here at Women’s Health we believe being healthy involves every element of your life. In fact, it’s why we strive to give our readers all the resources they need for their wellness journeys; whether that’s in the gym, on the yoga mat, in the kitchen, with a journal in hand or by hitting the road.
      We’ll be showcasing May/June Women’s Health Cover Star Caley Jack and Nombulelo Mgabadeli as they take on Nedbank Runified. We’ll even be joining in on the runs around South Africa ourselves. Make sure to follow us on Instagram (@womenshealthmagsa).
      *If you or your loved ones are battling with mental health challenges, there is hope. Visit sadag.org or call 0800 567 567 in the event of an emergency.
      *In Partnership with Nedbank More